Ocoee No. 3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Ocoee No. 3 Dam is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 83 ft (taller than 78.7% in TN) |
| Dam Length | 612 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 7.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 600 acres |
| Drainage Area | 492 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 134,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
| NID ID | TN13903 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TVA
Federal Government
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ocoee No. 3 Dam?
Ocoee No. 3 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ocoee No. 3 Dam?
Ocoee No. 3 Dam is owned by TVA (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ocoee No. 3 Dam built?
Ocoee No. 3 Dam was completed in 1942, making it 84 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Ocoee No. 3 Dam?
Ocoee No. 3 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ocoee No. 3 Dam?
Ocoee No. 3 Dam has a dam height of 83 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Ocoee No. 3 Dam last inspected?
Ocoee No. 3 Dam was last inspected on June 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.